2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | Ibiza | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |